El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson

Last inspected:

13704 Little Rd, Hudson, FL 34667
Overview

El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson has accumulated 37 violations across 11 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2—with no emergency closures on record. High-priority violations have included management awareness failures, handwashing facility deficiencies, employee health reporting lapses, and consumer advisory violations across multiple inspections. A fire safety violation on July 10, 2023 documented a marked exit path blocked. The facility's most recent inspection on October 16, 2025 resulted in 11 violations (3 intermediate, 8 basic) with disposition "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

11Inspections
37Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson: Comparison to Pasco County Averages

This Facility 3.4 violations / inspection 3.4 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pasco County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed emergency exit off of wait station area in rear of establishment near ice machine blocked with containers of chips. Discussed with manager.

El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)

— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections10 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson last inspected?
El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson?
The most frequently cited violations at El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson are: Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson had?
El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson find?
El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson was most recently inspected on October 16, 2025 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson ever been shut down?
No, El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
Has El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson had any fire safety violations?
Yes, El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 in Hudson has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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